tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post488845320590958520..comments2024-03-26T09:20:29.620-06:00Comments on TeacherDance: Nice Celebrating Good ThingsLinda Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-5629815779479207302017-02-06T15:43:26.417-07:002017-02-06T15:43:26.417-07:00Linda, your celebrations this week were filled wit...Linda, your celebrations this week were filled with energy and I especially love the photo of the grangirls. I am so behind in my reading because I had a 3 day work assignment starting Saturday. I am ready to fall asleep now and it is only dinnertime.Carol Varsalonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02589714711155938528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-449980238260798192017-02-05T13:35:23.123-07:002017-02-05T13:35:23.123-07:00Yes, I finally read on, Terje, and did end up liki...Yes, I finally read on, Terje, and did end up liking that book very much. The silhouettes were a lot of fun to do and give! Thanks!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-84101018167064923752017-02-05T12:18:59.568-07:002017-02-05T12:18:59.568-07:00The silhouettes look amazing. They make a wonderfu...The silhouettes look amazing. They make a wonderful gift. I remember when you marked the "My Grandmother..." as "dropped for now" on Goodreads. I was sad because I thought that you hadn't liked it. Glad to find out that you eventually read it and discovered something good in it. Terje https://www.blogger.com/profile/13569210226711674834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-17105728676387941162017-02-04T18:01:53.230-07:002017-02-04T18:01:53.230-07:00Thanks, Julieanne. Love that last comment. Since I...Thanks, Julieanne. Love that last comment. Since I'm now so involved in the used bookstore, I know exactly what you mean. And it's wonderful to see people's eyes light up when they find what to them is a special book. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-36073506515259751652017-02-04T17:59:56.380-07:002017-02-04T17:59:56.380-07:00Thank you, Jennifer. I love the idea about this be...Thank you, Jennifer. I love the idea about this bear, could be my next big idea!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-90436591013914214082017-02-04T17:59:01.988-07:002017-02-04T17:59:01.988-07:00Thanks, Carrie, I don't think I will stop!Thanks, Carrie, I don't think I will stop!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-76996686020631099842017-02-04T17:58:41.828-07:002017-02-04T17:58:41.828-07:00Yes, it really does. We had much to say about this...Yes, it really does. We had much to say about this book, Jane. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-66149572268669697602017-02-04T15:43:23.285-07:002017-02-04T15:43:23.285-07:00I'm so glad you are taking on the Laura Shovan...I'm so glad you are taking on the Laura Shovan project. I joined but that is all I've done. Some of the poems coming out of the project are stunning. Keep up with the poetry. You have the gift and spirit of a poet. AND that teddy bear. I can picture it. Reminds me of used books. Still so much to give.Julieannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08876141420632207823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-85199695300149106342017-02-04T15:38:01.351-07:002017-02-04T15:38:01.351-07:00It looks like you've had a fun week, Linda! Th...It looks like you've had a fun week, Linda! That final story about the teddy bear got me. Maybe that could be the spark for a new book for you?? Keep looking for a publisher. The right one IS out there for you!Jennifer Laffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00409566035103972341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54112647444671679342017-02-04T13:47:30.770-07:002017-02-04T13:47:30.770-07:00Oh those girls! They are so wonderful! Keep writin...Oh those girls! They are so wonderful! Keep writing and sharing Linda. We are all so much richer when you do!Carrie Gelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08416480940951200461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-36535143730590593612017-02-04T13:41:57.861-07:002017-02-04T13:41:57.861-07:00I really enjoy it when we can't agree on a boo...I really enjoy it when we can't agree on a book at my book club - it makes for the most spirited discussions and engaging conversations! 😊Jane @ www.raincitylibrarian.cahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12721142460522914540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-85362132570320042017-02-04T11:12:44.144-07:002017-02-04T11:12:44.144-07:00Seeing that bear really touched me, Margaret. Mayb...Seeing that bear really touched me, Margaret. Maybe I do need to explore writing a story? Thanks for the nudge!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-40678319772456853802017-02-04T10:31:25.356-07:002017-02-04T10:31:25.356-07:00Lovely silhouettes of your girls. I love the stor...Lovely silhouettes of your girls. I love the story of the trash truck's teddy bear. You should write a picture book story about it. Margaret Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04434866104385187658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54201300630478205772017-02-04T09:31:04.796-07:002017-02-04T09:31:04.796-07:00Thanks, Tara. Grabbing the images at this age is s...Thanks, Tara. Grabbing the images at this age is something I think we'll love in years to come. I love my book group, and am grateful that the two of us are holding on with the writing, too. Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-48689161101546536212017-02-04T09:29:12.716-07:002017-02-04T09:29:12.716-07:00I almost wish I'd taken a picture of the '...I almost wish I'd taken a picture of the 'sitting". They didn't move a muscle! Thanks, Diane.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-15347329202554465602017-02-04T09:28:29.864-07:002017-02-04T09:28:29.864-07:00Having the opportunity to do the silhouettes was a...Having the opportunity to do the silhouettes was a lot of fun, Leigh Anne. And you have a good idea about that teddy! Thanks!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-87305283060729941462017-02-04T09:27:08.091-07:002017-02-04T09:27:08.091-07:00You're right! I'd forgotten about that. It...You're right! I'd forgotten about that. It's been a long while since I read that book. Thanks, Alice.Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-15707193499832336662017-02-04T09:24:18.740-07:002017-02-04T09:24:18.740-07:00Glad to be back here, too, Linda. Such charming s...Glad to be back here, too, Linda. Such charming silhouettes - I had these done when my own were younger, and I felt they captured some essential innocence of childhood in just the most perfect way. Glad to hear that you are keeping up with a book group and a writing group - you live a rich life.Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13626451110946889157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-31600299010545599152017-02-04T07:45:11.918-07:002017-02-04T07:45:11.918-07:00The silhouettes are amazing. Great image of the li...The silhouettes are amazing. Great image of the little girls sitting still for a surprise for their parents...Diane Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16902966404302255893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-48326392864922893022017-02-04T07:44:06.650-07:002017-02-04T07:44:06.650-07:00Oh Linda, those silhouettes are gorgeous and I am ...Oh Linda, those silhouettes are gorgeous and I am sure seeing them in real life is even more beautiful. What a wonderful surprise for their parents! I wish I had time to put pen to paper about that teddy bear. I think that would be an amazing subject for a poem! Good luck on finding a place for your poem and picture book - just keep searching!Leigh Anne Eckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558611848583070310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-90466058344310868222017-02-04T07:30:22.042-07:002017-02-04T07:30:22.042-07:00Your teddy bear in the garbage truck reminds me of...Your teddy bear in the garbage truck reminds me of the china rabbit Edward Tulane in Kate DiCamillo's book, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. I've watch an artist draw a silhouette, but never cut one out ... amazing! Alice Ninehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05302512837699702430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-49253717502095224322017-02-04T07:09:54.635-07:002017-02-04T07:09:54.635-07:00Agree totally, Michelle. It's a good thing to ...Agree totally, Michelle. It's a good thing to reflect on the good things in the week! Have a great weekend!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-77909591093439961882017-02-04T06:48:56.671-07:002017-02-04T06:48:56.671-07:00I, too, haven't shared here for a couple of we...I, too, haven't shared here for a couple of weeks. I'm glad to be back and I'm so glad you're here. Writing and writing partners, grandkids and surprises! There is still so much to celebrate, if we look hard enough!Michelle Haseltinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00616389589179983330noreply@blogger.com